🔴OASE: Ibu Hamil dan Menyusui Tidak Puasa, Wajib Fidyah atau Qadha?

Summary

In this episode, the discussion focuses on pregnant and breastfeeding women who are unable to fast during Ramadan, exploring whether they are required to pay fidyah (compensation) or make up for the fast later. The guest, Muhammad Saiful Imam, explains the concept of fidyah, its guidelines, and the difference between fidyah and qada (making up missed fasts). He also touches on the specific conditions under which fidyah is required, the amount to be paid, and the importance of fulfilling religious obligations. The conversation offers valuable insights for individuals facing these challenges during Ramadan.

Takeaways

• 😀 Fidyah is a form of compensation or redemption for those unable to fast, such as pregnant or breastfeeding women, by providing food to the poor.
• 😀 If a pregnant or breastfeeding woman fears harm to herself from fasting, she is required to perform Qada (make-up) fasting without the need for Fidyah.
• 😀 If the mother fears harm to her baby, she must perform both Qada fasting and pay Fidyah as compensation.
• 😀 Qada is performing a religious obligation outside of its designated time. In this case, it refers to making up missed fasts after Ramadan.
• 😀 For those who are sick, Qada fasting must be done within a year. If not, they are obligated to pay Fidyah.
• 😀 Fidyah is typically given in the form of staple food, such as rice, with a quantity of 6.25 ounces (approximately 6.25 ons) per missed day of fasting.
• 😀 Fidyah can be given to the poor or the needy, and it is allowed to give it to family members if they qualify as poor or needy.
• 😀 The criteria for poor and needy are explained as people whose income does not cover basic daily necessities.
• 😀 Fidyah should ideally be given before or during Ramadan, but if not, it can be paid later, as long as it is paid before the next Ramadan.
• 😀 When a pregnant or breastfeeding woman is unable to pay Fidyah due to financial limitations, the obligation remains, and she must make an effort to pay it when possible.
• 😀 The intention (niat) for paying Fidyah does not need to be verbalized; it should be made in the heart, but saying it aloud is optional.

Q & A

What is Fidyah and what does it represent in Islamic teachings?

Fidyah, derived from the Arabic word 'Fida,' means 'ransom' or 'compensation.' It is a concept in Islamic law where a person who is unable to fast during Ramadan, such as due to illness, pregnancy, or breastfeeding, compensates for missed fasts by providing a form of charity, often in the form of food or money.

What is the purpose of Qada' in the context of fasting?

Qada' refers to making up for missed fasting by performing the fast on a later date. If someone is unable to fast during Ramadan due to valid reasons, such as illness or menstruation, they are required to make up for those missed fasts outside of Ramadan.

Are pregnant and breastfeeding women required to pay Fidyah or make up for missed fasts?

Pregnant and breastfeeding women who miss fasting during Ramadan due to health concerns for themselves or their child are generally required to make up the missed fasts (Qada'). If they are unable to fast due to concern for their child, they must both make up the fasts and pay Fidyah as compensation.

What is the difference between Fidyah and Qada' for those who are unable to fast?

Fidyah is a form of compensation where a person gives charity in place of fasting, while Qada' involves making up the missed fasts at a later date. For pregnant or breastfeeding women who are unable to fast due to concerns for their child, both Fidyah and Qada' are required.

Is there a specific amount or form for paying Fidyah?

Fidyah is typically paid in the form of staple food, such as grains. The prescribed amount is 6.25 ounces (approximately 6.25 ounces or 175 grams) of food per missed fast, given to the poor or needy.

Can Fidyah be given to family members who are poor or in need?

Yes, Fidyah can be given to family members, provided they meet the criteria of being poor or needy (miskin or faqir). The family member must not be dependent on the person giving Fidyah, such as an adult child who is independent and working.

When is the appropriate time to pay Fidyah during Ramadan?

Fidyah should be paid as soon as it is required, ideally before the end of Ramadan. If Fidyah is not paid during Ramadan, it remains the obligation of the individual to fulfill it, and it must be done as soon as they are able to do so.

What should someone do if they are unable to pay Fidyah due to financial constraints?

If someone is unable to pay Fidyah due to financial difficulties, the obligation remains until they are able to pay it. There are no exemptions; the person is expected to make an effort to fulfill their obligation once they are financially capable.

Is it necessary to verbally pronounce the intention to pay Fidyah?

Niyyah (intention) for paying Fidyah does not need to be verbalized aloud. The intention is an internal matter of the heart. However, it is recommended to make the intention clear in one's heart, acknowledging the purpose of fulfilling the Fidyah obligation.

How can women who are pregnant or breastfeeding maximize their Ramadan worship despite being exempt from fasting?

Women who are unable to fast due to pregnancy or breastfeeding can engage in other forms of worship such as increasing dhikr (remembrance of Allah), performing acts of charity, feeding others for iftar, and engaging in family support. These acts of kindness and worship can carry great rewards.